Partner Legal, Compliance & Operations (Venture Capital)

Robert Walters UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Partner – Legal, Compliance and Operations in the UK, specifically focusing on venture capital. This senior management role offers hybrid work and involves overseeing HR processes, compliance management, and financial operations. Candidates should have substantial experience in compliance within FCA-regulated environments and demonstrate strong leadership and project management skills. The firm promotes an inclusive culture and engages in significant growth initiatives, making it an exciting time to join the team.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous personal development support

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• 7-10 years’ experience in strategy consulting or legal firms with a focus on venture capital.
• Expertise in operating within FCA-regulated environments.
• Proficient in financial data interpretation and budget oversight.
• Strong project management skills to coordinate complex initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR processes, ensuring smooth management of hiring and onboarding.
• Coordinate IT services to support operational activities.
• Manage finance functions including budgeting and accounts preparation.
• Lead legal and compliance efforts for FCA-regulated entities.
• Administer multiple funds and ensure effective investor communication.

Skills

Leadership in compliance management

Venture capital operations

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Financial analytics

Job description

Partner: Legal, Compliance & Operations (Venture Capital) - FTC

What you'll do:

As Partner – Legal, Compliance and Operations (Venture Capital), you will play an integral role in steering the organisation through a dynamic period marked by fund launches and critical investor engagements. Your day-to-day responsibilities will span operational oversight across HR, IT, finance, legal affairs, compliance management for regulated entities, as well as hands-on administration of multiple funds at different stages. You will be entrusted with managing key personnel within operations and investor relations while acting as a strategic advisor to senior leadership. Success in this role hinges on your ability to foster inter-personal connections throughout the organisation—bringing together teams around shared objectives—and your capacity to coordinate complex projects involving numerous stakeholders. You will also have opportunities to contribute to growth strategy initiatives such as platform development or branding campaigns. If you possess deep experience in venture capital or private equity operations combined with exceptional emotional intelligence and communication skills, this is your chance to make a lasting impact within an inclusive environment.

• Oversee all aspects of operations excluding direct investment decisions, ensuring seamless management of HR processes such as hiring, onboarding, and talent development for the investment advisory entity.
• Coordinate outsourced IT services to maintain robust technological infrastructure that supports the team’s day-to-day activities and long-term strategic goals.
• Manage finance functions including budgeting and preparation of management accounts, collaborating closely with external providers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead legal and compliance activities for FCA-regulated entities, maintaining up-to-date policies and procedures that safeguard regulatory standards across all funds.
• Administer Fund I during its harvesting period by preparing quarterly and annual accounts, conducting valuations, and handling limited investor communications with precision.
• Run Fund II operations by managing final investments, coordinating follow-on activities, overseeing investor management, and liaising with external service providers such as fund administrators, auditors, depositaries, and AIFMs.
• Drive the launch of Fund III by setting up vehicles, organising interim closings, executing first capital calls and investments, and facilitating initial Board meetings.
• Directly manage key team members including the Operations Associate, Head of Investor Relations, and contracted finance professionals to foster a collaborative environment focused on shared success.
• Act as a thought partner to senior leadership including the Managing Partner and Investment General Partner, providing strategic input on growth initiatives and branding efforts.
• Cultivate strong relationships with third-party partners to ensure smooth delivery of services across all operational areas.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Partner – Legal, Compliance and Operations (Venture Capital) position brings substantial experience from leading strategy consulting or legal firms alongside hands-on knowledge of venture capital or private equity operations. Your background should reflect proficiency in managing compliance within FCA-regulated environments as well as comfort working in small teams where interpersonal sensitivity is paramount. You will be adept at interpreting financial data without needing specialist finance credentials thanks to strong analytical skills developed over years in related roles. Your operational acumen will shine through your ability to streamline processes that underpin everything from HR administration to fund launches. Project management expertise is essential; you must be able to juggle multiple priorities while keeping stakeholders informed through clear communication channels. Above all else, your dependability—combined with genuine enthusiasm for supporting others—will help foster an environment where everyone feels valued. If you also bring legal expertise relevant to venture capital transactions or portfolio company funding rounds this would further enhance your contribution.

• Demonstrated experience working in top-tier strategy consulting or legal firms with proven exposure to venture capital or private equity fund operations.
• Prior involvement in FCA-regulated environments where you have managed compliance frameworks effectively within small teams or start-up settings.
• A minimum of 7-10 years’ professional experience showcasing your ability to thrive in collaborative environments that value trustworthiness and emotional intelligence.
• Financial literacy enabling you to oversee budgeting processes, interpret management accounts accurately, and communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Exceptional operational management skills allowing you to design efficient processes that support both routine activities and large-scale projects such as fund launches.
• Advanced project management expertise demonstrated through successful coordination of multi-faceted initiatives involving internal teams and external service providers.
• Outstanding communication abilities that enable you to build rapport across diverse groups—including investors—and act as an integrator within the organisation.
• High levels of dependability coupled with enthusiasm for nurturing team members’ growth through supportive leadership practices.
• A flexible approach that embraces inclusive collaboration while adapting quickly to changing priorities during periods of organisational transformation.
• If you possess a legal background: additional capability to participate more deeply in portfolio company funding rounds.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to supporting founders who are reshaping industries through technology. With over $140 million under management across multiple funds—and ambitious plans for future growth—the firm offers unparalleled access to global networks spanning more than 300 professionals ready to open doors for entrepreneurs. The culture is built on deep sector knowledge rather than volume-driven investing; each team member focuses on one or two investments per year so they can cultivate meaningful relationships that deliver real value. Flexible working arrangements are available alongside generous support for personal development through training opportunities. The leadership style emphasises inclusivity—encouraging every voice at the table—and prioritises communal success over individual achievement. By joining this team during a transformative period marked by new fund launches and strategic milestones you will be part of an environment where collaboration drives progress and every contribution matters.

What\'s next:

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in venture capital operations while enjoying flexible working opportunities within an inclusive team environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

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About the job

Contract Type: Permanent

Focus: Compliance

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: London

Summary: Hybrid, Senior management role in Banking & Financial Services with FCA-regulated compliance focus.